Freemasonry Esoteric and Occult Religion and Spirituality
Freemasonry Esoteric and Occult Religion and Spirituality
Freemasonry is a root source of Western esotericism, though some members deny this, and most others downplay the influence because of the assaults of anti-Masons. Modern Freemasonry results from the transition from operative (working) stone masonry to speculative (spiritual) Freemasonry in the 17th century when esotericists such as Elias Ashmole were initiated. Its esoteric interests peaked in the late 19th century but are still active. The original speculative form was influenced by Rosicrucianism and
Renaissance magic. The basic initiatory structure of Theosophy, the Golden Dawn, Thelema, and Gardnerian Witchcraft are derived from Freemasonry.
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ZenMasonry - Presenting the symbols, allegories and myth of Speculative Freemasonry in a radical and refreshing way, borrowing certain concepts and practices from Zen, including koans and meditation.
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The Lights and Shadows of Freemasonry by Rob Morris - Consisting of masonic tales, songs, and sketches published in 1852. Entire book published as scanned images through the "Making of America" archive.
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Canonbury Masonic Research Centre - An educational institution supporting the independent study of Freemasonry and of mystical and esoteric traditions worldwide. Book reviews, membership program, and calendar of recent events.
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Alice Bailey, Freemasonry and Tibet - Excerpts from book by or about Alice Bailey and Freemasonry and Tibetan esoteric practices.
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Fundamentals of Freemasonry - An essay by Norman Williams Crabbe that describes the basic structure of Freemasonry and its esoteric characteristics.
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The Ancient and Primitive Rite of Memphis-Misraïm - The International Sovereign Sanctuary. Contains a summary of the characteristics of the rite, its history and application procedures.
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Centre for Research into Freemasonry - A project of the University of Sheffield (UK) and the Humanities Research Institute that will create bibliographies, guides to research, as well as run an active public programme of lectures, seminars and conferences, and develop its own large-scale resea
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